Public Safety Officer, 2nd Shift

Olivet Nazarene University • Bourbonnais, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

A Public Safety Officer maintains the security and safety of people and property in assigned areas of university campus facilities through foot and mobile patrol, enforcing university rules and regulations. The position works 2nd shift, from 2:00–10:00 PM, and responds to safety and security concerns, emergencies, alarms, and dispatched calls. The officer also supports parking enforcement, building access operations, event safety, and campus safety education while upholding the Christian mission of Olivet Nazarene University.

The officer may supervise events and work with and assign Student Ambassadors to related positions, assisting them with calls and questions during events. The role requires attention to detail, strong written and oral communication, knowledge of basic security procedures, and the ability to remain calm under stressful conditions. Candidates must be able to perform foot patrol and climb stairs, operate a motor vehicle, and lift or move objects or people weighing at least 70 pounds without assistance.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED. A bachelor’s degree in a safety or criminal justice field and one year of experience in safety, security, or a related field are preferred; equivalent combinations of education and experience may also provide comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary is $15.43 per hour. Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, statement of faith, and application questions. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• A lifestyle in agreement with the ONU Statement of Mission, Faith, and Lifestyle Covenant.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic security processes and operational procedures.
• Ability to monitor audible and visual security alarms and systems conclusively.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle; an SOS background check is required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel.
• Working knowledge of information systems software.
• Ability to lift or move objects or people weighing at least 70 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to remain calm under stressful conditions.
• Physical ability to climb stairs and perform foot patrol.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a safety or criminal justice field.
• One year of experience in safety, security, or a related field.
• Equivalent combinations of experience and/or education that provide comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas to check for crime, safety hazards, suspicious activity, and suspicious people.
• Investigate or report hazards and unusual or suspicious circumstances for correction or follow-up.
• Check building doors and windows to ensure they are secured, document potential campus safety or security concerns, and submit information to a supervisor.
• Observe activity and traffic in assigned areas, enforce university rules and regulations, and notify community members and visitors of infractions.
• Provide motor vehicle escorts as assigned.
• Respond to alarms and dispatched calls, choosing actions based on training, known facts, and position limitations.
• Perform building openings and closings as assigned.
• Conduct parking patrol to support safety, security, and compliance with university policy; issue tickets or citations for parking violations.
• Assist with crowd control, traffic control, and surveillance at public events as assigned.
• Work with Department members and the University community to define and implement problem-solving techniques related to patrol operations.
• Help identify campus crime trends and areas where safety measures could improve campus safety and security.
• Attend, assist with, or instruct educational safety and security programs as requested.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents to provide assistance.
• Maintain discipline and comply with Department and University rules, regulations, orders, directives, and policies.
• Contribute to the team by completing related duties as needed or assigned.
• Uphold and support the Christian mission of Olivet Nazarene University.
• Supervise events as needed and work with and assign Student Ambassadors to related positions.
• Assist Student Ambassadors with calls and questions during events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED